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Ankeny, Iowa

Hospice RN - Case Manager

Registered NurseFull-Time

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Job Description

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) seeking to make a profound impact in the lives of patients during their final stages? Join Care Initiatives Hospice as an RN Case Manager, where you'll provide comprehensive care that truly matters.

Our RN Case Managers go above and beyond by meeting patients and families where they feel most comfortable, whether it's at home, a long-term care community, assisted living residence, or hospital. This personalized approach ensures tailored care that meets their unique needs.

At Care Initiatives Hospice, we embrace a holistic approach, addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those facing life-limiting illnesses. Working closely with family members and caregivers, we foster a collaborative environment to honor the needs and wishes of our patients and their loved ones.

By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to provide care with the utmost compassion, dignity, and respect during this significant phase of life. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

What will you do as a Hospice RN Case Manager? Here are just a few of the responsibilities:

Use clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, and procedural skills to deliver high quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence.

Develop and oversee plan of care under the direction of the physician and ensure appropriate interdisciplinary involvement to ensure the best outcome for each patient.

  • Perform initial and comprehensive assessments on all patients in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Continuous visits and interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.
  • Deliver quality care and completes clear, concise, and accurate clinical documentation.
  • Provide patient, caregiver and family counseling and education as indicated in the plan of care.
  • Develop and continually update plan of care that identifies the care and services required to meet patient-specific needs.
  • What it takes to be an RN Case Manager with Care Initiatives Hospice:
  • Active Iowa RN license.
  • Active CPR certification.
  • Hospice or palliative care experience.
  • Two (2) years of verifiable experience working as a nurse (RN/LPN), preferred.
  • Current driver's license, automobile liability insurance, and the ability to travel between multiple locations within your region.
  • Home access to the internet.
  • Ability to obtain Hospice and Palliative Registered Nurse Certification (CHPN) within 24 months of employment.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

  • Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), PTO, and more.
  • Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
  • Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!
  • Apply now and embark on a rewarding career journey with Care Initiatives Hospice!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The RN Case Manager will deliver high-quality patient care by performing assessments and developing individualized plans of care in various residential settings. They will also provide ongoing counseling and education to patients and their families while coordinating with an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Iowa RN license and CPR certification, with a preference for two years of nursing experience. The role requires the ability to travel between locations and the commitment to obtain Hospice and Palliative Registered Nurse Certification within 24 months.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Care planningInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient counselingFamily educationHospice care

Hospice Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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About Care Initiatives

Hospitals and Health Care
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision
403(b)
PTO
Referral bonus program
Tuition reimbursement
Digital wallet access

Living in Ankeny

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$314k
Typical market rent
$1,526/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.7
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.